Row 34

381 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210
Seafood
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Row 34 has been inspected seven times since 2022. Row 34 was last inspected on Apr 9, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

Row 34's latest score of 74 falls below the Boston average of 86. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels in handsink @ grill station. Provide and ensure handsinks are fully stocked while operating. COS
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed mold-like substance inside ice chute on large ice machine and filters dusty on both machines. Clean to remove all mold-like substances and dust. Maintain clean
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Observed mixing bowls stored on top of food items inside reach in unit @ grill station. Remove and ensure items are not stored with foods to prevent contamination. COS
590.003/3-307.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Observed gap at exit door from dry storage room. Provide a tight fitting door sweep in order to prevent pest entry
590.006/6-202.15-C
74
Jul 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 10, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 7, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 26, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly and properly identify each and every designated hand sink in the kitchen / food prep / bar areas as discussed
590.006/6-301.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Relocate the raw shell eggs stored on the bottom shelf inside the walk-in unit that appear too close too packaged dairy items and some produce - addressed during inspection
590.003/3-305.11-C
Equipment and utensils-durability and strength (c)
Inspector notes: Several white smaller cutting boards located behind the oyster bar area / location of the restaurant are starting to become co promised from extended use - either clean to remove all visible soils or replace as we discussed during inspection
590.004/4-201.11-C
86
Aug 4, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Row 34 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Row 34 on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Row 34 compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Row 34 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Row 34's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Row 34 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Row 34 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Row 34 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Row 34 is inspected around two times per year on average.